-- the sounds of water dripping and soft humming filled your ears comfortably. You sat in the cold water, body pressed up against the bath wall, scars lining your body that were usually hidden by the coat you wore.

Chuuya entered the bathroom, gently walking to you and sitting on the edge of the tub, then ruffled your black locks. Gently scratching at your scalp.

, hey.. It's okay, Ryu.. I'm here, nobody will hurt you.. '

Chuuya said softly, kissing above your brow, hand in your hair.